Bills · S 3089
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 3089Crime and Law Enforcement
STOP Act
INTRO OCT 30· LAST ACTION OCT 30
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a specific type of resistance to arrest that can prolong dangerous situations for law enforcement and the public. By creating a distinct federal offense for barricading during arrest evasion, it aims to deter individuals from engaging in such actions and provide a clearer legal framework for prosecuting these cases.
If this bill becomes law, individuals who barricade themselves during a federal arrest attempt could face more severe and specific penalties than they might under existing general resisting arrest statutes. If it doesn't become law, such actions would continue to be prosecuted under broader resistance or obstruction charges, potentially without the specific enhanced penalties for the act of barricading itself, particularly when aggravating factors are present.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a new federal crime for "barricading" to evade arrest by a federal law enforcement officer.
This provides a specific legal tool for prosecuting individuals who actively block access during a federal arrest attempt, aiming to deter such actions.
PROVISION 02
Defines "barricade" as taking a position that prevents immediate access by a federal officer and refusing to comply with orders, knowing an arrest is being attempted.
This definition clarifies what specific actions would constitute the new offense, aiming for consistency in application.
PROVISION 03
Sets a baseline penalty of up to 3 years in prison and/or a fine for the offense.
This establishes the standard punishment for the new crime of barricading during arrest evasion.
PROVISION 04
Increases penalties to up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine if the barricading creates a risk of serious harm, involves a deadly weapon, or puts a third party at risk.
These enhanced penalties aim to address more dangerous situations and provide stronger deterrents against actions that escalate risks during standoffs.
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BILLS LED
29
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSOCT 30
Introduced in Senate
OCT 30
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 3089
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedOct 30, 2025
Last actionOct 30, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED OCT 30, 2025
Senate BillS 3089Crime and Law Enforcement
STOP Act
INTRODUCED OCT 30, 2025· LAST ACTION OCT 30, 2025
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
0
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